The ULTIMEA Skywave X60 is a home theater soundbar system with a 7.1.4 configuration, Dolby Atmos support and a stated power output of up to 840 W. It also includes an 8-inch subwoofer, HDMI eARC and Bluetooth 5.4 for wireless audio playback.
The ULTIMEA Skywave X60 is a home theater soundbar system with a 7.1.4 configuration, Dolby Atmos support and a stated power output of up to 840 W. It also includes an 8-inch subwoofer, HDMI eARC and Bluetooth 5.4 for wireless audio playback.
What does 7.1.4 mean?
The 7.1.4 designation describes seven main audio channels, one channel for bass effects and four height channels. With Dolby Atmos content, height effects can complement sound coming from other directions to create a more spacious impression. The number of channels does not, by itself, indicate the number of separate physical speakers.
The system contains 12 speakers, including the 8-inch subwoofer. The subwoofer handles deep bass, such as movie explosions or prominent bass lines in music. The surround effect also depends on the content being played and where the system is placed in the room.
Power and bass range
The system has a stated power output of up to 840 W, a lower bass frequency limit of 28 Hz and a maximum sound pressure level of 102 dB. These specifications provide an indication of its capabilities at high volume and when reproducing low frequencies. Wattage alone, however, does not describe sound quality or guarantee distortion-free playback.
HDMI eARC, optical and USB
The Skywave X60 has one HDMI eARC port for connecting to a compatible TV. eARC can carry high-quality audio formats, though Dolby Atmos playback depends on the content and the compatibility of the connected devices. Atmos is not always transmitted in a lossless format.
An optical input offers an alternative digital audio connection, for example if the TV does not have a suitable HDMI port. Its support for audio formats is more limited than eARC’s.
The system also has a USB port. The available information does not specify whether it is intended for music playback, software updates or another purpose.
Audio processing and wireless technology
The NEURACORE processor uses digital signal processing (DSP) to adjust sound in real time. Bluetooth 5.4 lets users play music or other audio wirelessly from a compatible device.
The Skywave X60 also uses CineMesh wireless transmission and a GaN amplifier. The available information does not specify which individual system components are connected through CineMesh or how they are powered.
Dimensions and placement
The soundbar measures 1,100 × 100 × 70 mm, and the subwoofer measures 260 × 355 × 355 mm. Before placing the soundbar beneath a TV, check the available width and clearance under the screen, and make room for the subwoofer as well. The complete system weighs 20.15 kg.
The ULTIMEA Skywave X60 is aimed at households looking to use Dolby Atmos surround sound and a separate subwoofer for movies. When planning the setup, check the compatibility of the TV and content source, as well as the space available for the system’s components.